There is a reminder that there is no school for students on Monday, January 12, 2026. This is a Professional Learning Day for staff.
Welcome Back!
We hope everyone had a restful winter break filled with family, friends, and great memories. We’re excited to have our students back at school today. We can’t wait to see you!
We hope everyone had a restful winter break filled with family, friends, and great memories. We’re excited to have our students back at school today. We can’t wait to see you!
Happy New Year, MCS families!
Wishing our students, staff, and families a bright and joyful start to 2026. We’re excited for the learning, growth, and opportunities this new year will bring.
Here’s to a wonderful year ahead!
Wishing our students, staff, and families a bright and joyful start to 2026. We’re excited for the learning, growth, and opportunities this new year will bring.
Here’s to a wonderful year ahead!
Morgan County Schools is proud to announce that the Seely Foundation Paradox Fund Principal’s Awards have invested $24,287.35 in our district to support outstanding learning projects.
This year, the following 16 innovative projects submitted by our dedicated teachers and administrators were selected for funding.
Berkeley Springs High School:
John Brode – Robotics
Mitch Nida – Training for “Skye,” school therapy dog
Pam Didawick – Art Collaboration with Creekside Cooperative Gallery
Elizabeth Letrent – Forensics Studies field trip to WVU’s Crime Scene Training
Paw Paw Schools:
Anne Helmick – Cereal Box Heroes Biographies
Pleasant View Elementary School:
Summer McClintock – Potomac Valley Audubon Society watershed education program
Morgan Golden – Battle of the Books
Christie Butts – Math Coach
Widmyer Elementary School:
Shannon Brown – Second Grade Take Home Books
Warm Springs Intermediate School:
Marianna Ruggiero – Sew Much Fun – Learn to Sew
Cheryl Roberts – Engaging Literacy & Virtual Learning Opportunities
Harley Myers – Tropical Rainforest Study for adaptive Special Ed
Warm Springs Middle School:
Kathleen Boyce – My Book: A Collaborative Fiction Writing Project
Francesca Waugh – Sixth-Eighth Grade Math Intervention
Meghan Powell – Holocaust Educational Unit Field Trip
Ian Helmick – Band Instrument Repair Kit and guitar capos
Congratulations to all of our educators for their creativity, leadership, and commitment to providing exceptional learning experiences for our students. Your work truly makes a difference in our schools and community!
Thank you to the Seely Foundation for your continued support of education and innovation in Morgan County Schools.
This year, the following 16 innovative projects submitted by our dedicated teachers and administrators were selected for funding.
Berkeley Springs High School:
John Brode – Robotics
Mitch Nida – Training for “Skye,” school therapy dog
Pam Didawick – Art Collaboration with Creekside Cooperative Gallery
Elizabeth Letrent – Forensics Studies field trip to WVU’s Crime Scene Training
Paw Paw Schools:
Anne Helmick – Cereal Box Heroes Biographies
Pleasant View Elementary School:
Summer McClintock – Potomac Valley Audubon Society watershed education program
Morgan Golden – Battle of the Books
Christie Butts – Math Coach
Widmyer Elementary School:
Shannon Brown – Second Grade Take Home Books
Warm Springs Intermediate School:
Marianna Ruggiero – Sew Much Fun – Learn to Sew
Cheryl Roberts – Engaging Literacy & Virtual Learning Opportunities
Harley Myers – Tropical Rainforest Study for adaptive Special Ed
Warm Springs Middle School:
Kathleen Boyce – My Book: A Collaborative Fiction Writing Project
Francesca Waugh – Sixth-Eighth Grade Math Intervention
Meghan Powell – Holocaust Educational Unit Field Trip
Ian Helmick – Band Instrument Repair Kit and guitar capos
Congratulations to all of our educators for their creativity, leadership, and commitment to providing exceptional learning experiences for our students. Your work truly makes a difference in our schools and community!
Thank you to the Seely Foundation for your continued support of education and innovation in Morgan County Schools.
January Reminders!
Morgan County Schools is pleased to announce the appointment of Erin Hook as Treasurer, effective Monday, January 5, 2026.
Mrs. Hook is a graduate of Berkeley Springs High School and continued her education at James Rumsey Technical School. She began her professional career at RESA 8 as an administrative assistant, where she supported multiple programs and later advanced into the role of payroll clerk. While working, she earned her bachelor’s degree in accounting from the University of Phoenix and dedicated 13 years of service to RESA 8.
After time at home with her growing family, Mrs. Hook returned to the workforce as an accounting coordinator with Engineered Polymer Solutions before launching her own bookkeeping business in 2019. Through this venture, she has continued to grow her expertise and passion for financial management.
A lifelong member of the Morgan County community, Mrs. Hook and her husband are raising their family locally. They have three children currently attending Morgan County Schools and one graduate of Berkeley Springs High School.
Mrs. Hook is excited to bring her skills and experience to Morgan County Schools and looks forward to serving the community she proudly calls home. Please join us in welcoming Erin Hook to her new role.
Mrs. Hook is a graduate of Berkeley Springs High School and continued her education at James Rumsey Technical School. She began her professional career at RESA 8 as an administrative assistant, where she supported multiple programs and later advanced into the role of payroll clerk. While working, she earned her bachelor’s degree in accounting from the University of Phoenix and dedicated 13 years of service to RESA 8.
After time at home with her growing family, Mrs. Hook returned to the workforce as an accounting coordinator with Engineered Polymer Solutions before launching her own bookkeeping business in 2019. Through this venture, she has continued to grow her expertise and passion for financial management.
A lifelong member of the Morgan County community, Mrs. Hook and her husband are raising their family locally. They have three children currently attending Morgan County Schools and one graduate of Berkeley Springs High School.
Mrs. Hook is excited to bring her skills and experience to Morgan County Schools and looks forward to serving the community she proudly calls home. Please join us in welcoming Erin Hook to her new role.
Wishing our students, families, and staff a joyful and peaceful Christmas Day. We hope you’re enjoying a restful holiday season!
Morgan County Schools Board Office will be closed on the following dates:
December 24, 2025
December 25, 2025
December 26, 2025
January 1, 2026
*Due to schedules, there may or may not be someone available to help you on the following dates: Dec. 22, Dec. 23, Dec. 29, Dec. 30, Dec. 31, and Jan. 2. Please call 304-258-2430 ext.0 before arriving.
December 24, 2025
December 25, 2025
December 26, 2025
January 1, 2026
*Due to schedules, there may or may not be someone available to help you on the following dates: Dec. 22, Dec. 23, Dec. 29, Dec. 30, Dec. 31, and Jan. 2. Please call 304-258-2430 ext.0 before arriving.
First Day of Winter!
Stay warm and enjoy the magic this time of year brings!
Stay warm and enjoy the magic this time of year brings!
This is a reminder that there is a scheduled 2-hour early dismissal for students on Friday, December 19, 2025, for Faculty Senate.
Additionally, there is no school from Monday, December 22, 2025, through Friday, January 2, 2026, for Winter Break.
School will resume on Monday, January 5, 2026.
Important Notice:
Morgan County Schools is currently working with our third-party vendor to resolve an issue that is delaying automated calls and text messages from being sent regarding the two-hour delay on Monday, December 15, 2025.
Please continue to help us share this information with others. We sincerely apologize for any inconvenience this issue may cause and appreciate your patience and understanding as we work to correct it.
Update from Vendor:
Update - We are currently observing delays with Analytics becoming available and Alerts being sent. While Alerts traffic is delayed, they are still being sent successfully. Our support team is actively monitoring this issue and will remain online until service performance returns to normal.
Dec 14, 2025 - 18:46 CST
Morgan County Schools is currently working with our third-party vendor to resolve an issue that is delaying automated calls and text messages from being sent regarding the two-hour delay on Monday, December 15, 2025.
Please continue to help us share this information with others. We sincerely apologize for any inconvenience this issue may cause and appreciate your patience and understanding as we work to correct it.
Update from Vendor:
Update - We are currently observing delays with Analytics becoming available and Alerts being sent. While Alerts traffic is delayed, they are still being sent successfully. Our support team is actively monitoring this issue and will remain online until service performance returns to normal.
Dec 14, 2025 - 18:46 CST
Morgan County Schools are operating on a two-hour delay for students on Monday, December 15, 2025. Employees follow Reporting Code D.
Morgan County Schools is accepting bids for snow removal services at Paw Paw Schools.
Mandatory Pre-Bid Meeting: December 12 at 1:30 PM
Bid Deadline: December 16 at 1:00 PM
For full details, please contact 304-258-2430, ext. 0.
Mandatory Pre-Bid Meeting: December 12 at 1:30 PM
Bid Deadline: December 16 at 1:00 PM
For full details, please contact 304-258-2430, ext. 0.
Inclement Weather Reminder!
The first 5 inclement weather days will be traditional snow days, meaning schools will be closed with no instruction. Beginning with day 6 of inclement weather, we will transition to Non-Traditional Instruction/Remote Learning Days to continue learning from home.
The first 5 inclement weather days will be traditional snow days, meaning schools will be closed with no instruction. Beginning with day 6 of inclement weather, we will transition to Non-Traditional Instruction/Remote Learning Days to continue learning from home.
Morgan County Schools 2026-2027 Calendar Survey
We are gathering input on our school calendar for the next school year. Please take a moment to provide input to help us develop our calendar. For next year's calendar, we are planning for the first day for staff to be August 10 and the first day for students to be August 18.
https://forms.office.com/r/spdCSkVzC4
We are gathering input on our school calendar for the next school year. Please take a moment to provide input to help us develop our calendar. For next year's calendar, we are planning for the first day for staff to be August 10 and the first day for students to be August 18.
https://forms.office.com/r/spdCSkVzC4
Happy National Special Education Day!
Today, we celebrate the students, families, teachers, and support professionals who make our Special Education programs strong and student-centered. Thank you for your dedication, compassion, and commitment to helping every learner grow and succeed.
Today, we celebrate the students, families, teachers, and support professionals who make our Special Education programs strong and student-centered. Thank you for your dedication, compassion, and commitment to helping every learner grow and succeed.
Morgan County Schools are operating on a two-hour delay for students tomorrow, Tuesday, December 2, 2025 . Employees follow reporting Code D.
December Reminders!
Happy Thanksgiving from Morgan County Schools!
We are thankful for our students, families, staff, and community who make our schools such a special place.
We are thankful for our students, families, staff, and community who make our schools such a special place.
Morgan County Schools Board Office will be closed on the following date:
November 27, 2025
*Due to schedules, there may or may not be someone available to help you on the following dates: Nov. 24, Nov. 25, Nov. 26, and Nov. 28. Please call 304-258-2430 ext.0 before arriving.
November 27, 2025
*Due to schedules, there may or may not be someone available to help you on the following dates: Nov. 24, Nov. 25, Nov. 26, and Nov. 28. Please call 304-258-2430 ext.0 before arriving.